Libby Zion Law
Libby Zion Law
Libby Zion Law (pronounced: lib-ee zion law) is a New York State law established in 1989 that limits the working hours of medical residents. The law was named after Libby Zion, who died at the age of 18 while under the care of overworked hospital residents.
Etymology
The law is named after Libby Zion, a young woman who died in 1984 due to what her father, Sidney Zion, believed to be inadequate care by overworked medical residents at a New York City hospital. Sidney Zion, a journalist, campaigned for changes in medical residents' working conditions, which led to the establishment of this law.
Provisions
The Libby Zion Law mandates that medical residents in New York State cannot work more than 80 hours per week, averaged over a four-week period. It also requires that residents should not work more than 24 consecutive hours. The law further stipulates that residents must have at least one 24-hour period off every week, and they should not be on call more than every third night.
Impact
The Libby Zion Law has had a significant impact on the training and working conditions of medical residents, not only in New York State but also across the United States. It has led to changes in medical education and has sparked a nationwide debate about the balance between resident education and patient safety.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Libby Zion Law
- Wikipedia's article - Libby Zion Law
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